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23-year-old gets murder charge after his ex-stepfather was shot, Fort Lauderdale cops say
The investigation centers in Fort Lauderdale at the 100 block of Nurmi Drive, the same street where they used to live in the multi-million dollar neighboorhood of Nurmi Isles.
1 min read - USBusiness Insider
Protesters spray water guns at tourists in Barcelona as thousands rally against overtourism
Tourists in Barcelona were squirted with water guns and told to "go home" by protesters on Saturday. Barcelona welcomed 15 million travelers in 2023.
3 min read - SportsMiami Herald
Kevin Love ‘very, very happy’ to be back with Heat. Also, Heat waives Orlando Robinson
Kevin Love was technically an unrestricted free agent this summer, but he always knew he wanted to return to the Heat.
7 min read - PoliticsFox News
Democrats face a reckoning on Biden campaign as lawmakers return to Capitol Hill
Congressional Democrats will have a lot to discuss this week when it comes to whether President Biden should be their party's nominee in November.
6 min read - USBusiness Insider
A California city is giving new parents $500 a month. It's one of a growing number of basic income pilots focused on families.
Starting this summer, Pomona, California will give 250 families with children with children under the age of 4 years $500 a month for 18 months.
4 min read - USSacramento Bee
Power restored after SMUD outage in North Natomas affects nearly 10,000 customers
The outage started at 10:31 a.m. and ended just before 11:30, the utility reported.
1 min read - USKTLA articles
American and POW-MIA flags burned by vandals at Southern California memorial for veterans
Flags were burned by vandals at a memorial for veterans in Lakewood sometime in the last few days, according to the city’s Mayor. In a post to Facebook on Saturday afternoon, Mayor Todd Rogers blasted the actions of unknown vandals who allegedly burned American and MIA-POW flags placed at Veterans Memorial Plaza in Lakewood’s Del […]
2 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
Russian forces appear to be making crude artillery guns by pulling the main armaments off of old BMP armored fighting vehicles
The improvised 2A28 artillery guns are highly likely to be inaccurate. Videos show the device jumping off of the ground as it fires.
3 min read - USFox News
NYC hotels housing migrants get taxpayer-funded windfall: report
New York City has spent nearly $2 billion on hotels to host migrants, with local businesses complaining about the lost revenue from hotels that used to host tourists.
3 min read - USSacramento Bee
Trash on Lake Tahoe beaches much improved. How much did they clean up after holiday?
Hundreds of people gathered to help clean Zephyr Cove and other beaches in the 11th annual cleanup.
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
NATO secretary general dodges questions about Biden's mental fitness
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said he did not wish to be pulled into U.S. domestic debates when asked to weigh in on President Biden's mental ability to serve.
3 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Job switchers hoping for a big raise are in for disappointment
The Atlanta Fed's Wage Growth Tracker and a new analysis of Bank of America data show pay raises for job switchers have cooled.
3 min read - USFox News
Army testing ‘pocket-sized’ drones that could soon be in the hands of every squad
Soldiers with the New York Army National Guard are currently testing mini-drones that the Army hopes will one day be in the hands of all 7,000 of its squads.
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Why hurricane-stricken Jamaica can't tap into $150 million of natural-disaster insurance
The air pressure level required for a payout wasn't reached, despite the catastrophic storm.
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
House Dems launch united effort against election bill requiring voters prove citizenship
House Democrats are working to rally support against Republican-backed legislation that would require voters provide proof of U.S. citizenship to vote in federal elections.
5 min read - PoliticsSalon
Judge Aileen Cannon delays Trump’s classified documents case, yet again
After the recent Supreme Court ruling granting Trump immunity, Cannon paused deadlines to allow for briefing
1 min read - PoliticsMiami Herald
Rubio downplays concerns that Trump would seek revenge on political rivals
“When Donald Trump was president, I can’t think of a single prominent Democrat who was chased around, persecuted, prosecuted,” Rubio said on the program State of the Union.
4 min read - LifestyleBusiness Insider
I left Texas and moved to Spain. Living here has shown me a different way to exist — and I can't imagine going back.
An ex-San Antonio resident who moved to Spain says he's never returning to the US. He appreciates the work-life balance and lifestyle more in Oviedo.
4 min read - SportsSacramento Bee
Former Timberwolves point guard Jordan McLaughlin signs free-agent contract with Kings
The Sacramento Kings picked up a backup point guard on the free-agent market after making a sign-and-trade deal for DeMar DeRozan.
1 min read - PoliticsFox News
House Republican calls on ‘The 51’ to be prosecuted for alleged Hunter Biden laptop cover-up
Rep. Claudia Tenney took to social media to call on 51 top intelligence officials to be prosecuted after they claimed Hunter Biden's laptop was Russian disinformation.
5 min read - EntertainmentFox News
‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ musical causes stir in San Francisco, is hammered for being 'transphobic'
As the “Mrs. Doubtfire" musical returns to San Francisco, critics accuse the storyline of containing “homophobia" and "preconceived biases."
3 min read - LifestyleThe Cool Down
Massive sustainable property with one-of-a-kind features hits market — here's what's behind its $5 million price tag
"You just won't find anything like this anywhere else."
3 min read - PoliticsBusiness Insider
Wes Moore says Biden's age isn't the focus of voters he's spoken to on the campaign trail: 'It's the issues and it's the stakes'
Wes Moore tamped down Democratic fears of an enthusiasm gap, telling BI that the events he attended in Wisconsin had far more people than anticipated.
3 min read - USKTLA articles
Riverside County deputies seized about 150 pounds of fireworks on July Fourth
Sheriff’s deputies in Riverside County issued dozens of citations for illegal firework use on the Fourth of July, authorities say. According to the county’s Sheriff’s Office, the Lake Elsinore Station’s Special Enforcement Team took a “proactive” approach to enforcing local laws regarding fireworks. In Riverside County, all fireworks, even sparklers, are illegal for private use. […]
1 min read - USFox News
Wisconsin Supreme Court new liberal majority reverses ruling that banned most ballot drop boxes in swing state
The Wisconsin Supreme Court in a 4-3 decision reversed a ruling by the prior conservative majority banning most ballot drop-boxes in the swing state.
5 min read - BusinessSacramento Bee
Balms, creams, a ‘belly rub’ from Broward recalled for ‘Good Manufacturing’ failures
A total of eight products got recalled for Current Good Manufacturing Practice deviations. Not that the company publicized this.
3 min read - USFox News
Oakland gas station owner sidelined after police allegedly take hours to respond to flash mob robbery
Sam Mardaie, owner of an Oakland gas station that was ransacked by a flash mob, told Fox News about his dismay with the local police response and the state of crime in the area.
3 min read - OpinionSalon
Defying inflation? How Arizona Iced Tea (mostly) maintains Its 99-cent price tag
Three things are certain in life: Death, taxes and, if Don Vultaggio has his way, the price of Arizona Iced Tea
4 min read - WorldINSIDER
Russia may resort to an old World War II tactic that had a key role in the D-Day landings to repel Ukrainian drone attacks
Barrage balloons were first used in WWI, but they played a particularly important role in Britain's defenses during WWII.
3 min read - USSalon
Kamala Harris dodges talk of Biden during Essence Festival appearance in New Orleans
Rather than add to the Biden chatter, Harris focused on rousing voters
2 min read - LifestyleThe Cool Down
Iconic food company Mars announces massive investment exceeding $45 million — here's where the money will go
This sustainable dairy initiative aims to cut dirty gas pollution in half by 2030.
2 min read - USKTLA articles
Record-setting post-July Fourth travel leaves a mark on LAX
The promise of blistering heat, beautiful beaches and some delicious food was too enticing for people across the country to turn down for the Fourth of July weekend, as travel into Southern California in recent days was about as busy as it’s ever been. Late last month, AAA predicted that nearly 71 million Americans would […]
2 min read - USKTLA articles
LAPD searching for mother who abducted her 3 children in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Police Department is asking the public for help in locating three children who were kidnapped by their mother. A media release issued by the LAPD indicates that the children, Mar-Naiya Shelton, 14; Major Shelton, 12, and Jeneral Wellace-Peterson, 6, were all last seen in the 2000 block of West Florence Avenue in […]
2 min read - PoliticsFox News
Second local radio host admits to getting questions from Biden team ahead of interview with president
Another local radio host admitted to ABC News recently that he was given questions to ask President Biden before his interview with the world leader.
3 min read - USKTLA articles
119-year-old abandoned Los Angeles home goes up in flames
Editor’s note: The headline was updated to reflect the correct age of the home. More than 85 firefighters were dispatched to a vacant home in L.A.’s University Park neighborhood after it caught fire late Saturday night. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, a fire was reported at the 1905 craftsman style home located at […]
1 min read - WorldThe Cool Down
New report reveals staggering increase of wind and solar power generation in last 5 years: 'A historic, permanent shift'
While the financial impacts are certainly welcome, the overall quality of life and the environment is perhaps the more exciting development.
2 min read - USFox News
American teen who disappeared in Germany after leaving Caribbean Princess cruise ship is found safe
Aydin Brown, 14, was found safe in Germany days after disembarking from a Caribbean Princess cruise ship and going missing, officials said.
2 min read - LifestyleBusiness Insider
See inside a historic 50,000-square-foot mansion on New York's Gold Coast that's featured in 'The Gilded Age'
Explore Hempstead House on Long Island's Gold Coast, once home to the Guggenheims and now a public museum at Sands Point Preserve.
6 min read - USMiami Herald
Rodent dung on chocolates, soup and other foods at a Broward wholesaler’s Hialeah location
State inspectors’ dropped Stop Sale and Stop Use Orders in several places. There were other problems, such as FDA registration.
2 min read - PoliticsBusiness Insider
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says his faith in Biden hasn't wavered. Here's why.
Gov. Moore wasn't thrilled with Biden's debate performance. But he said that the administration has been with Maryland "when we were knocked down."
4 min read - LifestyleKTLA articles
Why a popular fast food chain doesn’t serve the item it’s named for
The California-based fast food chain serves hot dogs, burgers and fries, but none of the dish for which it's named.
3 min read - USSacramento Bee
How a Placerville woman raised thousands to buy mountain lion attack victim a new truck
A Placerville woman has raised thousands to help buy a new truck for the surviving victim of the March mountain lion attack that killed his brother.
4 min read - USKTLA articles
Video: Boat gets stuck in tunnel near Los Angeles International Airport
Roadways around Los Angeles’ busiest airport are no stranger to traffic jams, but backups are not normally caused by a boat. Yet that’s exactly what happened in the Sepulveda Boulevard tunnel near LAX on Friday afternoon. The boat was being towed on an “oversize load” trailer and had made some progress into the tunnel before […]
1 min read - TechnologyFox News
How to outsmart car thieves with these smart AirTag tactics
Even though Apple AirTags are primarily designed for iPhones, Android users can use apps like Tracker Detect to scan for nearby AirTags.
5 min read - OpinionSacramento Bee
What Christian conservatives will never tell you about the Ten Commandments | Opinion
At best, the text known as the Ten Commandments invites deeper conversations about religion and ethics. At worst, it becomes a meaningless idol
4 min read - USBusiness Insider
Waymo's robotaxis are better than some San Francisco drivers
Waymo's robotaxi offered a smooth ride even in the busy streets of San Francisco, although the car did appear to experience minor hesitations.
9 min read - USFox News
Gen Z Georgian becomes youngest female mayor in state history: 'Take that step forward'
Brooke Huckaby, the 21-year-old mayor of Arabi, Georgia, joined 'Fox & Friends Weekend' with her father Craig to tell her inspiring story about jumping into leadership at a young age.
2 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
Beijing's 'monster ship,' the world's largest coastguard vessel, dropped anchor in the South China Sea
The 12,000-ton CCG 5901 anchored in Manila's exclusive economic zone earlier this week, ramping up tensions in the region.
3 min read - PoliticsFox News
Newsom stumps for Biden in Pennsylvania, deflects on if 'open convention' would tempt him: 'Legit question'
California Gov. Gavin Newsom dismissed the "hypothetical" of whether he'd run in an "open convention" should President Biden withdraw from the race.
4 min read - PoliticsBusiness Insider
Take a look at 'The Beast,' the $1.5 million bulletproof presidential limousine used by Trump and Biden
US presidents travel in a limousine nicknamed "The Beast." It features a secure communications system and a fridge with the president's blood type.
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